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Operating instructions
Microwave oven
M 8261-1
To avoid the risk of accidents or en - AU, NZ
damage to the appliance it is
essential to read these instructions
before it is installed or used for the
first time. M.-Nr. 07 269 520
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Contents Description of the appliance.........................................4 Oven interior and accessories.........................................4 Control panel......................................................5 Accessories supplied ...............................................6 Grilling rack.....................................................6 Glass tray ......................................................6 Gourmet plate...................................................6 Cover ..
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Contents Interrupting or re-starting a programme ................................24 Altering the settings................................................24 To cancel a programme ............................................24 At the end of a programme ..........................................24 Automatic warming function .........................................24 Quick start (programmable) .........................................25 System lock ..................................................
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Description of the appliance Oven interior and accessories a Oven door f Grilling rack b Door locking mechanism g Glass tray c Quartz grill h Gourmet plate d Control panel i Cover e Turntable j Boiling rod 4
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Description of the appliance Control panel k Electronic timer and clock display l Rotary selector for microwave power, grill and combination programmes m Rotary selector to enter time and weight n Automatic programme buttons o Time of day button m p Minute minder button l q Memory button (to save a 1-3 stage programme sequence) r Stop/cancel button s Start button / Add a minute button / Quick start button (programmable) c t Door release button a 5
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Description of the appliance Accessories supplied Cover The cover supplied must only be used Grilling rack in the Microwave Solo mode. The grilling rack can be used for all It prevents the food from drying out and functions with and without the oven from becoming dirty, and it microwave power, except for accelerates the heating process. Microwave Solo mode. Boiling rod To avoid the grilling rack being used When heating liquids, the boiling rod inadvertently on Microwave Solo, it provided should
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Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Disposal of your old appliance material Electrical and electronic appliances often contain materials which, if The transport and protective packing handled or disposed of incorrectly, has been selected from materials which could be potentially hazardous to are environmentally friendly for human health and to the environment. disposal, and can normally be They are, however, essential for the recycled. correct functioning of your appliance. Please
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Warning and Safety instructions Never use the microwave to store or ~ This appliance complies with all dry items which could ignite easily. relevant local and national safety Moisture evaporates. Fire hazard. requirements. Improper use can present a risk of both personal injury Safety with children and material damage. This appliance is not a toy! To avoid ~ To avoid the risk of accidents and the risk of injury, keep children away damage to the appliance, please from it at all times, and do not
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Warning and Safety instructions Never open the casing of the other work by unqualified persons ~ appliance. could be dangerous. The manufacturer Tampering with electrical connections cannot be held liable for unauthorised or components and mechanical parts is work. highly dangerous and can cause While the appliance is under ~ operational faults or electric shock. guarantee, repairs should only be Before connecting the appliance to undertaken by a service technician ~ the mains supply, make sure
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not use the microwave function ~ to heat up cushions or pads filled with Always ensure that food is ~ cherry kernels, wheat grains, lavender sufficiently heated. or gel, such as those used in Many factors will affect the overall aromatherapy. These pads can ignite cooking time, including the size and when heated, even after they have amount of food, its initial temperature, been removed from the microwave. changes to the recipe, and the shape and si
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Warning and Safety instructions Before serving, remember to allow a is removed from the oven or shaken, ~ sufficient standing time and then which can lead to the liquid boiling over always check the temperature of the suddenly and explosively. Danger of actual food itself after taking it out of the burning. microwave. The temperature of the The formation of bubbles can be so container is not an indication of the strong that the pressure forces the oven temperature of the food or liquid in it. do
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Warning and Safety instructions Do not use any containers or cutlery Eggs can be cooked without their ~ ~ made from or containing metal, shells using microwave heat only if the aluminium foil, lead crystal glassware, yolk membrane has been punctured temperature-sensitive plastics, wooden several times first. utensils or cutlery, metal clips or wire The pressure could otherwise cause ties. Do not use bowls with milled rims, the egg yolk to explode. or plastic pots with the foil lid only Danger of
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Warning and Safety instructions Ovenproof earthenware can retain a Do not use the appliance to heat up ~ ~ considerable amount of moisture. the room. Due to the high temperatures Eartherware and porcelain containers radiated, objects left near the appliance with hollow handles and lid knobs must could catch fire. only be used in this oven if they have When using kitchen appliances ~ vent holes which allow the moisture to connected to sockets near the escape. Without vent holes pressure appliance
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How the microwave oven works In a microwave oven there is a – cooking, reheating and defrosting in high-frequency tube called a a microwave oven is quicker than magnetron. This converts electrical using conventional methods. energy into microwaves. These – nutrients, such as vitamins and microwaves are distributed evenly minerals, are generally retained. throughout the oven interior, and rebound off the metal sides of the oven – the colour, texture and taste of food interior to reach the food fr
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Modes of operation What can a microwave oven In what ways can a microwave do? oven be used? In the microwave oven, food is cooked, Microwave Solo mode reheated or defrosted quickly. Suitable for defrosting, reheating and You can use the microwave in the cooking. following ways: – Food can be defrosted, reheated or Grilling cooked by entering a power setting Ideal for grilling very thin cuts of meat, and a time. e.g. bacon. – Deep-frozen, ready-made meals can be defrosted and then reheated or Com
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens Microwaves Containers and lids with hollow handles or knobs in which moisture can collect are unsuitable, unless the hollowed areas are adequately vented. Without vent holes pressure can build up, causing the container to crack or shatter with the danger of injury. – are reflected by metal, Metal Metal containers, aluminium foil, metal cutlery, and china with metallic decoration such as gold rims or cobalt blue must not be used on microwave mode. Metal ref
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens Earthenware Do not place aluminium foil dishes Decorated earthenware is only suitable on the grilling rack in case the dish if the decoration is beneath an all-over sparks or arcs. If sparks occur, glaze. transfer food to a microwave-safe container. Earthenware can get very hot, and may crack. – Pieces of aluminium foil For even defrosting and to avoid Glazes and colours overcooking unevenly shaped cuts of meat, poultry or fish, small pieces of Some glazes
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens Disposable containers, such as trays Testing dishes for their made from polystyrene, can only be suitability used for very short, timed warming and If in doubt as to whether glass, reheating of food. earthenware or porcelain plates or dishes are suitable for use in a Plastic boiling bags can be used for microwave oven, a simple test can be cooking and reheating. They should performed: be pierced beforehand so that steam can escape. This prevents a ^ Place
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Suitable containers for microwave ovens The cover Do not use a lid or cover if – prevents too much steam escaping, – food coated with breadcrumbs is especially when cooking foods which being cooked. need longer to cook, such as – cooking meals which are to be given potatoes. a crisp finish. – speeds up the cooking process. – the gourmet plate is being used. – prevents food from drying out. Because the cover can only – helps keep the oven interior clean. withstand temperatures of up to 110°C, it
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Before using for the first time ^ Check the appliance for any Important: damage. After unpacking, let the appliance stand for approx. 2 hours at room Do not use the microwave if temperature after transporting it to – the door is warped. its final location before connecting it – the door hinges are loose. to the mains. – holes or cracks are visible in the casing, the door or the oven interior This is important for the correct walls. electronic functioning of the appliance. Operating the appliance
